1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Plus 4 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2687 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |